Several tweets including swear words and a racial slur were posted on the account belonging to Chris Heaton-Harris.

The Sinn Féin vice president met Chris Heaton-Harris on Tuesday as part of a series of talks involving the minister and Stormont leaders.

The new Northern Ireland Secretary said people should judge him on his actions and words.

Chris Heaton-Harris replaces Shailesh Vara who was sacked ahead of the appointment

Shailesh Vara said he welcomed an opportunity to dismiss the claim.